I breastfed for 3 years and now want breast implants. My only fear is that they would end up looking weird since I have a very wide gap between my breast, also I want to go fairly big full c to d cup I went to a consultation and he suggested high profile 425cc. Opinions?
October 19, 2017
Answer: Cleavage? It is important for patients to understand that augmentation will "augment" all aspects of your anatomy. The spacing of the footprints of the breast on the chest wall will vary from one individual to the next. Widely spaced breast will appear more widely spaced and vice versa. The spacing (cleavage) is defined by the pocket. The pocket is defined by the plane of augmentation.When placed submuscular, the medial/middle limit is the sternal origin of the muscle. Wide sternum = greater separation of the breasts = less dramatic cleavage. This space can be narrowed (with some risk of symmastia) when the devices are placed subglandular or "over" the muscle. There is no muscle obstructing a medial push, however, there is a higher risk of over-dissection and mid-line migration of the implant (the dreaded "uni-boob"). Based upon your photos, you appear to be a reasonable candidate for augmentation. A submuscular augmentation may accentuate the wide set nature of your breasts. With that in mind, you may opt for subglandular placement (which will allow for a medial placement). However, one must understand that purposely forcing the implant centrally will not allow for it to be centered on your breast mound. As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).
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October 19, 2017
Answer: Cleavage? It is important for patients to understand that augmentation will "augment" all aspects of your anatomy. The spacing of the footprints of the breast on the chest wall will vary from one individual to the next. Widely spaced breast will appear more widely spaced and vice versa. The spacing (cleavage) is defined by the pocket. The pocket is defined by the plane of augmentation.When placed submuscular, the medial/middle limit is the sternal origin of the muscle. Wide sternum = greater separation of the breasts = less dramatic cleavage. This space can be narrowed (with some risk of symmastia) when the devices are placed subglandular or "over" the muscle. There is no muscle obstructing a medial push, however, there is a higher risk of over-dissection and mid-line migration of the implant (the dreaded "uni-boob"). Based upon your photos, you appear to be a reasonable candidate for augmentation. A submuscular augmentation may accentuate the wide set nature of your breasts. With that in mind, you may opt for subglandular placement (which will allow for a medial placement). However, one must understand that purposely forcing the implant centrally will not allow for it to be centered on your breast mound. As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).
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October 19, 2017
Answer: Implant size and type Dear mhka12,Breast implant type and sizing selection is a complicated process and requires a detailed consultation that includes a discussion of your goals, a detailed examination, and a lengthy discussion. But the decision will always start and end with the patient. When it comes to sizing, we have all of our patients find 3 photos of their desired breast size. We ask for naked breast photos because clothing can obscure the true size (push up bras). Next, we consult with patients and go over the photos and take detailed breast measurements during a physical exam. Next, we using a sizing algorithm to determine a range of implants that will work based on the exam and the measurements.Lastly, during the operation, we use silicone sizers in the operating room to see how the size actually looks in the breast. We sit the patient up in the operating room, while asleep of course, and compare the sizer result with their desired look photos. If it is too small, we start the process over with a slightly larger implant. We don't stop until we get the perfect match.Of all of my breast augmentation patients, every one of them has been happy with their size due to this detailed and meticulous process. You don't want to invest time and money into a result that is either too big or too small.You should discuss your concerns with a board-certified plastic surgeon and make sure that your surgeon understands your goals.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery
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October 19, 2017
Answer: Implant size and type Dear mhka12,Breast implant type and sizing selection is a complicated process and requires a detailed consultation that includes a discussion of your goals, a detailed examination, and a lengthy discussion. But the decision will always start and end with the patient. When it comes to sizing, we have all of our patients find 3 photos of their desired breast size. We ask for naked breast photos because clothing can obscure the true size (push up bras). Next, we consult with patients and go over the photos and take detailed breast measurements during a physical exam. Next, we using a sizing algorithm to determine a range of implants that will work based on the exam and the measurements.Lastly, during the operation, we use silicone sizers in the operating room to see how the size actually looks in the breast. We sit the patient up in the operating room, while asleep of course, and compare the sizer result with their desired look photos. If it is too small, we start the process over with a slightly larger implant. We don't stop until we get the perfect match.Of all of my breast augmentation patients, every one of them has been happy with their size due to this detailed and meticulous process. You don't want to invest time and money into a result that is either too big or too small.You should discuss your concerns with a board-certified plastic surgeon and make sure that your surgeon understands your goals.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery
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